TAKS and the Houston Gem and Mineral Show

GRADE 11 EXIT LEVEL SCIENCE OBJECTIVES

Objective 3: The student will demonstrate an understanding of the interdependence of organisms and the environment.

Biology (7) Science Concepts. The student knows the theory of biological evolution. The student is expected to

(a) identify evidence of change in species using fossils, DNA sequences, anatomical similarities, physiological similarities and embryology

(b) illustrate the results of natural selection in speciation, diversity, phylogeny, adaptation, behavior and extinction.

Objective 4: The student will demonstrate an understanding of the structures and properties of matter.

Integrated Physics and Chemistry (8) Science Concepts. The student knows that changes in matter affect everyday life. The student is expected to

(a) distinguish between physical and chemical changes in matter such as oxidation, digestion, changes in states and stages in rock cycle:

Objective 5: The student will demonstrate an understanding of motion, forces and energy

Integrated Physics and Chemistry (4) Science Concepts. The student knows concepts of force and motion evident in everyday life. The student is expected to

(b) investigate and describe applications of Newton’s laws such as in vehicle restraints, sports activities, geological processes and satellite orbits.